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Family Legal Secretary, swindon, wiltshire
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Location:
swindon, wiltshire, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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19
Posted:
21.05.2025
Expiry Date:
05.07.2025
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Job Description:
The Family Secretary will play a crucial role in supporting our solicitors and legal executives in the Family Law department. This position involves a combination of administrative duties, client interaction, and document management, requiring a high degree of discretion, efficiency, and sensitivity.
Key Responsibilities:
* Preparing, formatting, and proofreading legal documents including divorce petitions, care proceedings, and financial agreements
* Managing correspondence, telephone calls, and emails with clients and third parties
* Maintaining and organising client files in line with regulatory and confidentiality requirements
* Coordinating appointments, court dates, and meetings
* Assisting with billing, timesheets, and other administrative tasks as needed
* Liaising with courts, barristers’ chambers, and other professionals
Key Requirements:
* Previous experience in a legal secretary role, ideally within a family law department
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management software
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
* A discreet, empathetic, and client-focused approach
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
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